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Carmel Mission Basilica – San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo Mission

April 28, 2018 by Valerie Mitchell

Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo Mission

When I was a fourth grader, I studied the California missions, just like all public school students. Then when I had children of my own, they did the same. All of those memories came back to me on a recent visit to the Carmel Mission.

Carmel Beach Picnic by The Sea

April 27, 2018 by Valerie Mitchell

carmel by the sea picnic beach

When I was growing up, my family often went to the beach for picnic lunches. My mom would load up the picnic basket and off we would go. Today, eating a meal at the beach still makes me happy inside and my recent Carmel beach picnic did just that. 

5 Fun Places to Go in Monterey County

June 22, 2017 by Valerie Mitchell

Have you ever been to Monterey? Even if you haven’t yet visited, you’d probably recognize photos of the iconic Big Sur Bixby Bridge and the Lone Cypress along the rugged 17 Mile Drive coastline. You’re probably also familiar with Steinbeck’s books about the area, Dali’s Monterey inspired artwork and former Carmel by The Sea mayor […]

The Hotel Carmel in Carmel By The Sea

April 4, 2017 by Valerie Mitchell

Hotel Carmel is a new addition to the picturesque California Town of Carmel by the Sea. I’ve walked by it many times when it was formerly known as The Dolphin Inn. It has now been transformed and refurbished as a new boutique hotel. The hotel has some European styling with a California twist. It is […]

The Cheese Shop in Carmel By The Sea

April 3, 2017 by Valerie Mitchell

Are you a cheese lover? The Cheese Shop in Carmel by The Sea is a wonderful place to visit. I make a point to stop here each time I’m in the area. For a cheese lover, the sheer quantity of cheese is simply breathtaking. As soon as you walk in, while you are still reeling […]

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